3 scientists faced retaliation for asserting toxicity levels at EPA, with negative reviews and reassignment.
The EPA's Inspector General reported that three scientists faced retaliation for asserting that certain chemicals were more toxic than classified by officials. Sarah Gallagher, Martin Phillips, and William Irwin received negative performance reviews and were reassigned, undermining their career prospects. The findings suggest ongoing issues with scientific integrity at the agency, exacerbated during the previous administration, though improvements are noted under the current leadership.
September 18, 2024
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